Defenbaugh to close for a month
Defenbaugh Road, between Belmont Street and the tunnel under Defenbaugh on the Haynes International property, will close for NIPSCO to perform a gas main relocation.
Mr. Kingston returns July 25-26
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Cotswold Hills is underwater
Residents plead county commissioners for help with drainage
Ivy Tech offers Leadership Kokomo 44
Nine-month course empowers leaders to become resourceful stewards of the community
Who loves a parade?
Large crowd turns out for Haynes-Apperson Parade and assorted fun
Greater Kokomo nails down $40k grant to 'Level Up' businesses
The Greater Kokomo Economic Development Alliance has been awarded a $40,000 grant through the Indiana Economic Development Corporation’s Community Collaboration Fund (CCF) to launch a new marketing and branding initiative for small businesses in Howard County.
Commissioners move solar farm forward
Citizens promise legal action Emerald Green's economic plan is approved
It’s Fair Week!
The Howard County 4-H Fair runs July 7-12
Serious accidents mar holiday weekend
Four incidents result in injury, death on Howard County roads, July 4-5
Helping them learn the language
More than half of the children who attend Logansport Community Schools speak a language other than English at home.
Baseball returns to Municipal Stadium
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Duke Energy Foundation awards workforce grants
Duke Energy Foundation announced it is awarding grants to four organizations in central and north-central Indiana supporting workforce development efforts. The shareholder-funded grants aim to equip Hoosiers with in-demand skills and industry-recognized credentials to meet the needs of the region’s employers.
Stellantis revives SRT Performance Division
Stellantis announced Tim Kuniskis is appointed head of American brands and North America marketing and retail strategy, reporting to Antonio Filosa, Stellantis CEO and chief operating officer, North America & American Brands. In this newly created role, he will work across the brand portfolio to further build and enhance the connections customers have with the company’s products, marketing efforts and dealer network in the region.
Hiring a hitman, but shooting blanks
Kokomo man arrested for conspiracy to commit murder; also, KPD makes property fraud arrest
Neer says so long to United Way
Outgoing CEO reflects on his time as nonprofit recovered
U.S. 31 closing at Ind. 931 south ramp
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Haynes International investing $173 million in Kokomo
City council approves tax abatement for project that adds 111 jobs; soccer fields will go away
Jail death ruled natural
On May 24, 2025, at 7:18 p.m., the Howard County Coroner was dispatched to the Howard County Jail regarding a death investigation of an inmate. The decedent has been positively identified as Amanda Lee Sullivan, a 46-year-old female from Kokomo.
Community First funds affordable housing
Community First Bank of Indiana recently participated in the Federal Home Loan Bank of Indianapolis’ (FHLBank Indianapolis) Community Multiplier – Member Match Program, resulting in $220,000 in funding for eight nonprofit organizations across Hamilton, Howard, and Marion Counties.
Pack the Cruiser with Kroger
Kroger and the Kokomo Police Department will unite Saturday, June 28, to fight hunger, asking customers to join their efforts to “Pack the Cruiser.” The four-hour food drive, filling a police vehicle with nutritious food, will gather donations from generous Kroger customers who wish to help the Howard County Health Department during an especially challenging summer.
Stellantis CEO holds town hall
Stellantis CEO Antonio Filosa held his first global Town Hall from Italy, Turin, on June 25. The Town Hall was broadcast globally to all Stellantis employees connected around the world. Filosa shared with employees the cultural framework he wants to implement.
Sycamore, Lincoln closing for repairs
The City of Kokomo is reporting that Lincoln Road between Park Road and James Drive will be closed again Wednesday, June 25, morning as the Traffic Department completes work on a traffic signal. It should reopen in the afternoon.
Chariot offers high schoolers automotive head start
Kokomo-area juniors and seniors who are interested in pursuing a career in the automotive industry have an opportunity to participate in Chariot Automotive Institute’s Automotive Technician Education Pathway (ATEP). The program allows students an opportunity to earn college credit toward an Associate Degree in Automotive Technology from Ivy Tech Community College.
Duke offers cool energy advice
With weather forecasters predicting high temperatures across Indiana this week, Duke Energy has tips to help you take control of your energy use while keeping you and your family cool.